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I'm a prop trader in US CME & ICE futures that would like to deploy scalping strategies hosted on your servers to a broker that offers day trading margin. Your integration with Interactive Brokers is outstanding and if I had a bazillion dollars I would love to trade futures with them. However, they require approx $17,500 initial margin to trade a single NQ contract whereas AMP Futures, NinjaTrader/Tradovate Brokerage, TastyTrade, and many others, all require only $1,000 per NQ contract. Would it be possible to integrate with a US based brokerage who offers low initial day trade margin? I'm aware AMP & Ninja both have stable APIs that are accessible to approved clients with funded accounts by request. There are a lot of futures prop traders searching for a solution like QC that integrates with one (or several) of these brokers... it would be a game-changer for "locals" at CME.
Additionally, I have a question about your co-location. I see you have NY7 currently... I'm a little concerned about the geopolitical backdrop and am a tad worried about tech infrastructure in major metro areas being a target. Are your servers also backed up elsewhere? Preferably somewhere in the middle of nowhere (i.e. South Dakota)? It's just that... if NY7 goes down there are going to be a lot of traders & algos stuck in trades. Are your servers geographically diversified and able to maintain a connection outside of NY7 in the event of an unpredictable event, natural or otherwise?
Thanks in advance for your attention.
Mia Alissi
Hello Duncan,
Regarding your first question about integrating with a US-based brokerage that offers low initial day trade margin, the extracts provided do not contain specific information about plans to integrate with AMP Futures, NinjaTrader/Tradovate Brokerage, TastyTrade, or similar brokers. However, it's worth noting that QuantConnect is an open-source platform and contributions from the community are welcome. If you or someone else is interested in adding a new brokerage integration, you can contribute to the LEAN engine which powers QuantConnect (source).
As for your second question about server co-location and backup, the provided extracts do not contain specific information about QuantConnect's server backup or geographical diversification strategies. It would be best to contact QuantConnect directly or check their official documentation for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
I'm sorry I couldn't provide more definitive answers based on the provided extracts. If you have more questions or need further clarification, feel free to ask.
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Duncan Parker Futures & FOPs Margin Requirements | Interactive Brokers LLC Check out the MNQ, which has a much smaller margin requirement for IBKR, also available in QC here:
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Louis Szeto
Hi all
You can check all the brokerage and their supported asset types in here.
Best
Louis
The material on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation to buy, or a recommendation or endorsement for any security or strategy, nor does it constitute an offer to provide investment advisory services by QuantConnect. In addition, the material offers no opinion with respect to the suitability of any security or specific investment. QuantConnect makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of the views expressed in the website. The views are subject to change, and may have become unreliable for various reasons, including changes in market conditions or economic circumstances. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. You should consult with an investment professional before making any investment decisions.
Lauri
Hi, Few propfirm accounts could be useful to add / have. Like Topsteps. Micro equities are more expensive fee to contract (qty) wise. + Chicago area server for < 1ms latency. Thank You.
Duncan Parker
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